Where is the glass floor over Grand Canyon?
Grand Canyon West
The Grand Canyon Skywalk is NOT located near the South or North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park. Rather it is located at Grand Canyon West, on reservation land owned by the Hualapai Indian Tribe. The Skywalk is about 120 miles east of Las Vegas, NV, and 70 miles north of Kingman, AZ.
How deep is the Grand Canyon at the Skywalk?
This breathtaking 10-foot wide, horseshoe-shaped glass bridge extends 70 feet out over the rim of the Grand Canyon, giving you a clear view 4,000 feet to the Canyon floor below.
How many skywalks are in the Grand Canyon?
It is immediately north of Grand Canyon West Airport and about 120-mile (190km) east of Las Vegas, NV. The skywalk is east of Meadview, AZ. Kingman, AZ is the closest city with more than 10,000 population….
| Grand Canyon Skywalk | |
|---|---|
| Material | Glass |
| Total length | 70 feet (21 m) |
| Width | 10 feet 2 inches (3.10 m) |
| History |
How do you get to the bottom of the Grand Canyon?
How Can You Get To The Bottom Of The Grand Canyon?
- Hiking: Hiking through the inner trails (the Bright Angel trail and South Kaibab trail) is a popular way to get to the bottom of the Grand Canyon.
- A Mule Trip: Another option to get to the bottom of the Grand Canyon is by using a mule and going down the trails with it.
How much does it cost to walk on the glass walkway at the Grand Canyon?
I recommend checking the official website for updated pricing, but currently these are the prices for visiting Grand Canyon West and the Skywalk (as of February 2022): Grand Canyon West Entrance Fee: prices start at $49. Extra fee for the Skywalk (optional): prices start at $26. Grand Total: $75.
Is it worth going to Grand Canyon Skywalk?
Worth it? Absolutely. However, to make a visit to the South Rim worthwhile, you need to plan to spend at least a few hours here. It can be done as a day trip from Las Vegas, but you will spend most of the day in your car (it takes 4.5 hours to drive from Las Vegas to the Grand Canyon).
What tribe owns the Grand Canyon?
the Havasupai Tribe
On the history of the Havasupai Tribe “We are the only Native American tribe that lives below the rim in the Grand Canyon. The Havasupai have been here since time immemorial. Traditionally, we had two areas where we lived. Where we live now in Supai village was our summer home.